Tip of the Week - Do you have Bad Breath?

This is to make all of you laugh and I know each and every one of you is going to try it!!! Ha ha ha. Know anyone with bad breath? Is that person you? How would you know? I have the answer!!!! Lick the inside of your wrist, wait 5 seconds, then smell where you licked. How does it smell? Now everyone try it first thing in the morning and report back!

Tip of the Week--Seven Peaks

For all of you local ladies, a friend of mine told me about a great coupon offer going on right now. In the Valpak mailer Seven Peaks water park has season passes for only $34.95! And bonus if you have a season pass you can also get unlimited attractions to Trafalga in Lehi for the month of July. Score. So if you are looking for something fun to do with the kiddos this summer check out the offer.

Ice Cream Soda

I am a sucker for everything party. At times I think I should have been a party planner because I get giddy with excitement thinking about parties. My daughter and I have even planned her birthday party...in October. So when I came across this adorable idea for ice cream soda I had to share it with everyone. Amy Moss created some fantastic labels for soda bottles so guests can make their own ice cream floats. Check out her site for the DIY how to.

Tip of the Week . . . What is that stain?

Do you have a stain in your carpet you can't rid of? Do I sound like an infomercial? I have been using a really great carpet cleaning product for years, (thanks to my Mom) and have to share. Most people have probably never heard of it, but it is sold in several different stores. The name of this great product . . . Folex!

Another great thing about this product is that it can be used in your carpet cleaning machines! It can pretty much be used on any fabric that is colorfast . . . upholstery, clothing, car interiors, walls etc.

Visit Folex to find where you can buy it, as well as find out how many ways you can use it in your home.

Studio Fix Powder--Tip of the Week

A couple of weeks ago my youngest daughter dropped my pressed powder and to my dismay it turned into loose powder all over the floor. I buy my powder from MAC at Nordstrom and unfortunately there is not a store close to my house. I went a week without powder and it made me realize how much I need it and love the Studio Fix brand by MAC.

It is a foundation and powder combination but is still dry like a pressed powder. I can't handle wearing foundation so this is my answer to good coverage with out the gross feeling. The powder is a little pricey ($26) but lasts a long time. The last time I bought powder was in August.

If you are searching for a new powder give this one a try. Besides, it is always fun to sit down and have someone else do your makeup and match your colors.

Tip of the Week . . . Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

I'm sure by now, you have heard of the "Magic Eraser". Have you tried it? Think it doesn't work? Well, I'm here to tell you that it does. I love the Magic Eraser. It cleans almost anything and is well worth the money. I can tell you it even removes marker . . . permanent marker . . . from your wood furniture. Oh, how kids love to draw (on things they shouldn't). It cleans scuff marks on baseboards and doors, dirt and grim off your refrigerator handles, cleans your kitchen sink, bathtub and on and on and on. If you haven't bought the Magic Eraser, grab one at the store and give it a try! You won't be disappointed. Happy Cleaning!

Tip of the Week--Picnic Style

Now that the warm weather is here (I think) we are starting to do more outdoor activities. One of our favorite things to do is head to the park with friends and pack a lunch. Usually our plans are made last minute and I am throwing together a lunch as we walk out the door, which means that more often than not I defer to the good old PB & J sandwich. Only problem is the sandwiches always ends up soggy by the time we actually eat. Here comes the revolutionary tip (or at least it was for me when I learned it)...put peanut butter on both sides of the bread! Ta Da! I have to be careful not to go overkill with the peanut butter but my sandwich always tastes like I just made it.

Ok, since the first tip was a little on the silly side, here's another little tidbit. For the coupon lovers, like myself, Costco has a $4 off Coupon on two bottles of Banana Boat 50SPF spray sunscreen. If you don't get the coupons in the mail, they are generally sitting on the customer service counter.

Happy Picnic-ing!

Tip of the Week - Now You're Cooking!

Need a good gift for a bridal shower? Kitchenware is nearly always a hit, but without recipes, how useful is it? Next time you give a cooking-related gift, try this presentation: Purchase a pie plate - a fancy ceramic one, one made of glass, or even a tin one - and line it with a pretty fabric or paper napkin or a dish towel. Then fill it with the (dry) ingredients for your favorite pie recipe: a small bag of flour, tins of cinnamon and nutmeg, some fresh apples, and, of course, the recipe. To keep everything in place wrap the pie plate in some tulle and tie it at the top with a pretty ribbon. Viola!!